Go Back   EcoModder Forum > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Register Now
 Register Now
 

Showing results 1 to 15 of 15
Search took 0.00 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: Andyinchville1
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-17-2024, 08:09 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,173
Posted By Andyinchville1
I have a 2003 Jetta Wagon TDI (5 speed) and on...

I have a 2003 Jetta Wagon TDI (5 speed) and on factory steelies and ecopia 195-65R15 tires @ 44 psi I used to average about 47 - 48 MPG ..... I switched to lightweight wheels (Volk TE 37) and larger...
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-15-2024, 07:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,355
Posted By Andyinchville1
HI, In the meantime, any way to see some...

HI,

In the meantime, any way to see some pics of the tabs? do they look more like the Air Tabs vortex generators or like the PODS style ? or maybe something different ? Thanks!
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-29-2023, 12:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,355
Posted By Andyinchville1
Any news on MPGs with the air tabs? Thanks

Any news on MPGs with the air tabs?
Thanks
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-05-2023, 12:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 199
Posted By Andyinchville1
///// 2005 Gran Caravan - Weight loss Program /////

HI All,

I've always been curios how much my minivan weighed so I took the time to go to a CAT truck scale ....

Much to my surprise, the van weighed 2620 lbs on the front axle and 2120 lbs on...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-30-2023, 11:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 428
Posted By Andyinchville1
///// How many extra MPGs can you get driving at the best BSFC of your engine ? /////

Hi All,

I have a 1990 F250 4x4 that I tow with (approx 9000 lbs). It has the 7.3 IDI engine (NOT Powerstroke so not alot of power but durable and cheaper to fix BOTH plusses in my book ).
...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-14-2022, 10:26 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 30,879
Posted By Andyinchville1
Yes, This kind of mirror is great for rearward /...

Yes, This kind of mirror is great for rearward / side visability.

Only thing that I wished was that somehow you can "dim" them for night use like stock mirrors ....

I kinda crudely made mine...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-02-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 692
Posted By Andyinchville1
//// Level out car for better aero ? /////

Hi All,

I drive a 2003 Jetta wagon with TDI engine and got to thinking the other day that if I level out my car (the rear currently sits higher than the front) I actually may get better...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-08-2020, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,165
Posted By Andyinchville1
Hi What I meant was if I glued a rubber disc...

Hi

What I meant was if I glued a rubber disc to the sidewall of the tire, I would be worried if debris were to come in from behind the wheel (through the wheel spokes) and eventually work it's...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-05-2020, 03:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,532
Posted By Andyinchville1
Hi all, I took the plunge today and ordered...

Hi all,

I took the plunge today and ordered 4 new p205 75 r15
Tires (hankook kinergy st h 735).

I was debating about going with the even larger P 215 75 R15 Tire but decided against that for...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-02-2020, 02:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,532
Posted By Andyinchville1
//// Will 2" lift hurt aero ? ////

Hi All,

I am adding larger tires to my MK 4 TDI Jetta wagon shortly. I mostly drive highway so the upgrade will cut RPM's at speed.

Factory size is 195 65R 15

I am currently running 205 70R...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-02-2020, 01:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,165
Posted By Andyinchville1
//// Tire / Wheel aerodynamics /////

Hi All,

I know many people try to increase wheel aerodynamics by installing Pizza Pans onto their wheels (I did too but when I switched to aluminum wheels to save weight I lost my easy ability to...
Forum: Hybrids 10-10-2019, 12:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,918
Posted By Andyinchville1
I do long distance delivery work and I'll be...

I do long distance delivery work and I'll be looking for maximum fuel economy and the smallest size I can reasonably use would be four-door hatchback although a wagon would be more ideal but less...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-26-2017, 12:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,181
Posted By Andyinchville1
Are side skirts worth it ?

Hi All,

Looking at many over the road tractor trailers I have noticed that many trailers are equipped with side skirts that help fuel economy.

I was wandering around Lowes the other day and...
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-13-2017, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,254
Posted By Andyinchville1
Aero Mods Thread: Stage 1: Grill Blocks VS Intake Air Temps

Hi All,

I recently added a scan gauge II before doing a 500+ mile trip for work to get a base line feel for what my water temps and IAT (intake air temps) are prior to doing some aero mods in the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-19-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,085
Posted By Andyinchville1
How many MPGs will I lose?

Hi All,

I drive a lot at night in desolate areas doing delivery work.

With that in mind, I am thinking about bringing my CB radio out of retirement
(in the event I break down and have no...
Showing results 1 to 15 of 15

 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - EcoModder.com - Archive - Recent Posts - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.5.2
All content copyright EcoModder.com